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Corewell Health Sterile Processing Tech Ludington Surgical Services in Ludington, Michigan
About the Department
Our Central Service Sterile Processing Team is currently a small team of 5 that supports our surgical services team in Ludington, working to ensure proper processing of equipment, instruments and supplies, including any vendor trays by prioritizing the work load to correspond with medical/surgical floor needs, surgical case loads and physician requirements.
The Sterile Processing Department is a fast -paced/autonomous work environment that supports the reprocessing/sterilization work of all clinical service areas.
About Ludington Hospital
For over a century, we have provided comprehensive health care services for Mason and Oceana County residents and the thousands of tourists who visit each year. With our experienced, compassionate doctors and health teams, advanced technology, programs that improve well-being and the expertise and resources of a top health system, there is no better place for local care.
Scope of work
Upon hire Team Members are expected to attend a 90-day orientation. While on orientation techs will attend an online/virtual class which will teach the Sterile Processing Department standard of work and regulations. Techs will also have a preceptor while on orientation. This technician will also learn to support operations in endoscopy through reprocessing. Team members can expect to wear surgical attire in the department and will be a part of the entire surgical services staff. Certification is required within 18 months of hire.
This position will orient to the sterile processing role including endoscopy reprocessing.
Cleans soiled instruments and equipment utilizing the appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE). Inspects and tests instruments and equipment to ensure proper functioning. Utilizes the insulation tester, leak tester (flex scopes) and other mechanical/digital validation tools to ensures that proper sterilization occurs.
Strive for zero defects, Low error rate and high productivity rate.
How we will care for you, while you care for our patients
Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here (https://careers.corewellhealth.org/us/en/benefits-new) .
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Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
Free onsite parking
Qualifications
Required High School Diploma or equivalent
CRT-Certified Sterile Processing Distribution Tech (CSPDT) through the CBSPD Certification Board for Sterile Processing & Distribution required within 1.5 years OR...
CRT-Registered Central Services Technician, Certified (CRCST) - IAHCSMM International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management Required within 1.5 years
Physical Demands
Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 35 lbs
Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 35 lbs
Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 35 lbs
Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 25 lbs
Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 20 lbs
Sitting: Seldom
Standing: Frequently
Walking: Frequently
Forward Bend - Standing: Occasionally
Forward Bend - Sitting: Seldom
Trunk Rotation - Standing: Occasionally
Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Seldom
Squat: Seldom
Stair Climbing: Seldom
Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom
Reach - Above Shoulder: Occasionally
Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Occasionally
Handling: Occasionally
Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Occasionally
Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Occasionally
Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently
Visual Acuity ¹[None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom
Color Vision (Ishihara) Test[None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom
Primary Location
SITE - Ludington Hospital - 1 Atkinson Dr - Ludington
Department Name
Surgical Services - Ludington
Employment Type
Part time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
20
Hours of Work
10am - 6:3pm, may flex based on census
Days Worked
2nd and 4th Mon, every Tues and Thurs
Weekend Frequency
On-call weekends
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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.
Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.
People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.